At this time of year, buying Christmas gifts for the ones you love is stressful enough. But if your loved one is a writer? Good luck to you then sir.

It can be difficult to select the right gift for the writer in your life. To help, we consulted Santa and his elves to give us the inside scoop on the Best Christmas Gifts for Writers in 2022.

As we talked over hot cocoa and chocolate chip cookies, Santa’s first words of wisdom were how you can buy gifts for a writer on your list.

Best Christmas Gift Ideas for Writers – Overview

• reMarkable Paper Tablet Digital Notepad and e-Reader
• Microsoft Surface Go
• Moleskine Classic
• Fellowes memory foam wrist support
• Pocket Oxford American Dictionary & Thesaurus
• Sony ICDUX560BLK Stereo Digital Voice Recorder
• Jarvis Bamboo Standing Desk
• Amazon Kindle
• Corsair K68 RGB Keyboard
• Samsung Galaxy Note 10
• CMTECK USB Computer Microphone
• Writer’s Market 2020
• Death Wish Coffee K-Cups
• Dragon Speech Recognition Software
• Samsung Portable SSD T5 SSD
• AmazonBasics Backpack

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How to Buy Gifts for a Writer – Buying Guide

Buying for a writer can be difficult because unlike other creatives, the main piece of hardware that a writer uses is a laptop and if they have a good one already, buying one doesn’t make much sense. Follow these tips to pick the best gift for the writer on your list.

It should be useful

Whatever gift you choose to give a writer this Christmas, you want to make sure that its something you know they will use over and over again. A gift that they only use once and never use again is not something worth giving. You should ask yourself, “If I got this as a gift would I reuse it? If you answer yes, there is a pretty good chance that it’s a useful gift.

It should be a surprise

Surprising someone with a great gift at Christmas can make it a memorable event. Surprising them with a great gift shows that you put thought into the gift instead of asking them what they would like. Pay attention to things that have gone on in life whether it be personal or professional and it can easily lead you to a great gift to surprise them with.

The gift should be of good quality

While giving someone a gift that they will use over and over again is important when choosing which gift to give at Christmas, you also want it to last. There’s nothing worse than giving someone a great gift only to find out a few weeks later that it broke. You want to make sure that the gift is a high-quality product so they can tell you how much they loved your gift next Christmas.

 

50+ Best Christmas Gift Ideas for Writers

reMarkable Paper Tablet Digital Notepad and e-Reader

The best gift for a bookworm

If you know an avid reader who loves technology, then the reMarkable Paper Tablet Digital Notepad and e-Reader may be the perfect choice for them. While it’s a little more expensive than a Kindle or Fire, the reMarkable comes with 100,000 pages that they can use to sketch, write, and scribble all of their notes for their latest projects. On top of that, the pages feel like real paper, reducing any discomfort that someone may have switched from a pad of paper. Plus, they can read their favorite books on it as well. Which makes our next gift even better.

 

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Microsoft Surface Go

The Best Gift for a writer in need of an upgrade

CPU: Intel Pentium Gold 4415Y | Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 615 | RAM: 4GB – 8GB | Screen: 10.5-inch 1,800 x 1,200 PixelSense touch display | Storage: 64GB eMMC – 128GB SSD | Connectivity: 802.11ac; Bluetooth | Camera: 8MP rear, 5MP front | Weight: 1.15 lbs (522 g) | Dimensions: 9.6 x 6.9 x 0.33 inches

When you’re a writer, you want a laptop that won’t fail in the middle of an all-night writing session. With the Surface Go from Microsoft, they’ll have up to 9 hours of battery life and with its lightweight design, it won’t weigh them down on trips from their home office to their local coffee shop.

 

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Moleskine Classic

The best gift for a writer who likes having hard copies

Even though technology permeates our every day, sometimes getting things down on paper is the only way to do it and for years, writers and others alike have sung the praises of Moleskine notebooks. With its convenient size and high-quality design, any writer would love to have as many of these to get rough ideas down on paper.

 

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Fellowes memory foam wrist support

The best gift to keep carpal tunnel at bay

Using a keyboard all day can do a number on a writer’s wrists and can cause health issues. The wrist support from Fellowes is made from soft memory foam that conforms to their wrists and with a non-skid backing, it will stay firmly in place. The wrist support is a great gift for any writer to protect their wrists from harm.

 

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Sony ICDUX560BLK Stereo Digital Voice Recorder

The best gift for interviewers

Depending on the type of writing that your loved one does, from time to time they may need to do interviews to accurately portray what they are writing about. A great device for recording interviews in the Digital Voice Recorder from Sony. With its compact and lightweight design makes it easy to record at any time and easily fits into their bag. With up to 159 hours of recording time, they won’t miss an important quote ever again.

 

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Jarvis Bamboo Standing Desk

The best gift to prevent aches and pains

Sitting at a desk all day can be the cause of back, leg, neck, and even wrist pain which is why using a standing desk is being more common. The Jarvis Standing Desk is a great option to give as a gift. Unlike other standing desks that sit on top of a desk, the Jarvis is a complete desk that raises and lowers electronically without losing stability and helping the writer on your list reduces the risk of aches and pains.

 

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Amazon Kindle

The best gift for a book lover

At the end of a long day, curling up with a good book can be a great way to relax if you can make it to a library and they have what you want. Giving an Amazon Kindle for Christmas is a great gift for a book lover with over 1,000 titles available and a waterproof design, they can relax in the pool or the tub without ruining the device.

 

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Pocket Oxford American Dictionary & Thesaurus

The best gift for a writer at a loss for words

A dictionary & thesaurus can be a great gift for a writer. With pages and pages of definitions and synonyms, the writer on your list will never be at a loss for words in their writing and may even find some new words that can take their writing to new heights.

 

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Corsair K68 RGB Keyboard

The best gift for a clumsy writer

Accidents happen and when a writer is trying to do multiple things it can be very easy for a drink to get tipped over and spilled ruining their keyboard. Thankfully, with the K68 keyboard from Corsair, with its dust and spill resistance, it won’t happen again.

 

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Samsung Galaxy Note 10

The best gift for those looking to stay connected

If you know a writer still using a smartphone from 2008, then they are way overdue for an upgrade and can’t do better than the Samsung Galaxy Note 10. The gorgeous design with included stylus and Link to Windows option makes this a perfect choice for a writer. Being able to jot down notes on the go or connect to your Windows desktop makes this an amazing gift.

 

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CMTECK USB Computer Microphone

The best gift for Skype conference calls

If you know a freelance writer, when they talk about their clients, they may have some in different countries and the only way they communicate is through Skype. Using a substandard microphone might cause problems or misinterpretations, hurting business. The USB computer microphone from CMTECK keeps that from happening with its ability to block background noise and at an affordable price, it may pay for itself time and time again.

 

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Death Wish Coffee K-Cups

The best gift for coffee junkies

Most writers will tell you that when they start, there are two major things that they need. One is a good laptop. The other? Coffee. Thankfully, you can get them one of the strongest coffees available. Death Wish Coffee is a dark roast coffee that is never bitter and has hints of chocolate and cherry when it is brewed. If you know someone who can’t start their day without coffee, this is an excellent choice.

 

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Dragon Speech Recognition Software

The best gift when their hands need a break

Even though most writers will prefer the feeling of having the keys click beneath their fingers, there are times when being able to write or reply to emails through voice control is much easier. With the Dragon Speech Software from Nuance, you can give your favorite writer’s hands a break and let them use their voice for a change.

 

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Samsung Portable SSD T5 SSD

The best gift for storage on the go

While saving their latest articles to the cloud can work for some, other writers prefer to save their work to a flash drive for backup and you can’t get a better option than the Portable T5 from Samsung. With transfer speeds up to 550 MB/sec, not only is the SSD a great backup device, but it also allows you to work from the drive itself. This is especially helpful if the one you’re buying for is constantly on the go.

 

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AmazonBasics Backpack

The best gift for traveling writers

Material: Canvas | Size: Fits up to a 17-inch laptop

Not every writer needs a bag that costs as much as their laptop and a great option is the AmazonBasics backpack. With a padded back, they can carry their laptops and other gear around all day or it can also be a great way to carry their laptop to their favorite coffee shop. While it is not a stylish as some other options, the versatility makes this an amazing gift.

 

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Contigo Luxe Autoseal

The best part of waking up…

Like most of us, a writer’s day starts with either a great cup of coffee or tea. While a great mug may be something that a writer has used for the past 10 years (gross), if they like to do their writing in the park or at their favorite coffee house, having a traveling mug like the Luxe Autoseal from Contigo is a perfect choice. With an easy-to-use, “automatic” button on the side opens and closes the beverage hole and never leaks a drop when closed. A convenient lock ensures that the lid stays closed but even without that, you won’t have to worry about spills.

 

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MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2020) 

The perfect on the go laptop

CPU: 9th-generation Intel Core i7 – i9 | Graphics: AMD Radeon Pro 5300M – Radeon Pro 5500M | RAM: 16GB – 64GB | Screen: 16-inch Retina display with True Tone | Storage: 512GB – 8TB SSD

While it’s definitely on the pricier side, the MacBook Pro from Apple is everything anyone could need in a laptop. With a 16-inch screen, the laptop is not as bulky and awkward to carry around as its size may lead you to believe. With excellent speakers and a keyboard that has been remarkably improved. Perfect for professional writers or those working on their first novel, the MacBook Pro provides a high level of quality that cannot be matched.

 

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Mr. Coffee Mug Warmer

A warm cup of Joe all day long

Like we said before, many writers don’t start their day without a piping cup of coffee or tea to clear away the cobwebs from sleep and help them write their next masterpiece. The Mug Warmer from Mr. Coffee can help keep their coffee warm all day long. The last thing any writer wants to do is get up once they hit a zone to reheat their drink.

 

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Readydesk 2

The Best Affordable Standing Desk

While many writers may prefer to sit in a cozy chair, blanket, and cup of coffee at the ready, there are some out there who do their best work standing up. This not only helps improves posture but can also have a benefit to their health. The Readydesk 2 is a great option for those who may not yet be sold on the benefits of standing desks and don’t want to invest a large chunk of money either. The overall design makes it easy to set up and the real estate it uses is minimal at best. The shelves are adjustable so they can be set in just the right way.

 

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ARTIX Typewriter Style Backlit Keyboard

The best piece of nostalgia for a writer

Weight – 2.89 lbs | Power – USB

If there is a universal symbol for writers then it has to be the typewriter. With its manual keys and the physicality that comes from imprinting text onto paper with each keystroke, there are many that even to this day prefer to write on a typewriter. For those who may not like the idea of giving up their laptops for typewriters, the Typewriter Style Backlit Keyboard from ARTIX can help them get their work done with a look to the past. With a retro typewriter feel, the keyboard can get any writer excited and with its backlit keys, can keep them writing all night long.

 

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Scrivener

The best writing system for writers

While there are a lot of different writing programs available online, there is only one that writers keep coming back to and that’s the Scrivener program. For an incredibly affordable price, it provides a writer with tools that help them structure, reorganize, and recognize weaknesses in their story while they write. Writes from many different fields trust Scrivener every day with their writing and it’s safe to say that once someone tries it, they won’t go back.

 

Sony WH-1000XM4

A portal to every writer’s dream – silence

Acoustic design: Closed | Weight: 8.95 oz | Cable length: 3.94 ft | Frequency response: 4Hz to 40kHz | Drivers: 1.57-inch | Driver type: Dome-type | Sensitivity: 104.5 dB | Impedance: 47 ohm | Battery life: 30 hours | Wireless range: 30 meters (98ft) | NFC: Yes

Writers can be finicky, to say the least. They like writing in either complete silence or with their favorite music playing in their ears. With the WH-1000XM4 from Sony, they can do both. The headphones sport amazing features such as multipoint pairing, autoplay/pause using a built-in sensor, and conversational awareness. With over 30 hours of battery life, the newest over-ear headphones from Sony are the best option on the market today and worth the high price that they command.

 

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ViewSonic VP2458

The best budget monitor

Size: 23.8 inches | Resolution: 1920×1080 | Connections: DisplayPort, HDMI, VGA, USB-A x2, USB-B

While having a gigantic monitor with enough room to park a spaceship would be nice for a lot of people, a writer doesn’t need all that real estate cluttering up their desk. With the VP2458 from Viewsonic, they can get an additional 8 inches of screen space or use it as a second display with their MacBook Pro that you already got them (hint, hint). With a resolution of 1920 x 1080, it still has the chops to put a pretty picture on the screen if they want to take a break and watch a movie on Netflix.

 

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Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra

The best smartphone for a writer. Period.

Weight: 208g | Dimensions: 164.8mm x 77.2mm x 8.1mm | OS: Android 10 | Screen size: 6.9-inch | Resolution: 1440 x 3088 | CPU: Snapdragon 865+ | RAM: 12GB | Storage: 128GB/256GB/512GB | Battery: 4,500mAh | Rear camera: 108MP + 12MP + 12MP | Front camera: 10MP

Inspiration can strike a writer anywhere. Whether it’s the grocery store or while out on a run, once that lightning bolt hits them, they are in a rush to grab a pen and paper and get the idea out before it disappears. Thanks to the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra from Samsung, they can keep every imagined bit of genius right on their phone thanks to the S Pen stylus that allows them to write or even sketch their ideas right onto their phone. The phone also includes one of the best smartphone cameras available, capable of shooting in 8K resolution. We’re not saying that they will necessarily use that but it’s a really nice feature to have.

 

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BenQ Screenbar

The perfect desk lamp for late-night writing sessions

Size: 18 x 4 x 4 inches | Weight: 1.17 pounds | Voltage: 5 Volts | Wattage: 5 Watts

We’ve all been there. The old, clunky adjustable desk lamps either don’t produce enough light or cause a terrible glare on the screen if it’s at the wrong angle. Well, those problems are long gone thanks to the Screenbar from BenQ. Designed to sit on top of a monitor and provide 500 lux of brightness without causing screen glare that is common with other lamps. With an auto-adjustment feature, the light adjusts automatically to keep it even and steady depending on the ambient light present in the room. While it’s not as affordable as a basic desk lamp, once you have one of these, you’ll want one for every monitor.

 

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Apple iPad Air 4

A writer’s new best friend?

Weight: 458g | Dimensions: 247.6 x 178.5 x 6.1mm | OS: iPadOS 14 | Screen size: 10.9-inch | Resolution: 1640 x 2360 pixels | CPU: A14 Bionic | Storage: 64GB/256GB | microSD slot: No | Battery: Up to 10 hours | Rear camera: 12MP | Front camera: 7MP

While not as common as using a laptop, some writers have started turning towards using tablets to write because of the portability that they offer. With the iPad Air 4 from Apple, that trend continues in an incredibly powerful tablet that is compatible with both the second-generation Apple Pencil and the Magic Keyboard. Inside its slim case, the iPad is powered by the A14 internal chipset, the same chipset that powers the new iPhone 12. And if you need further proof that the iPad Air 4 is perfect for writers, its also available

 

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Herman Miller Aeron

A great place to sit and write

We love chairs and when we find a good chair, we let everyone know about it. While there have been numerous chairs made since the Aeron from Herman Miller was first released, it is still the best chair you can buy. A design of mesh with clean lines that contour to a person’s body not only makes this a very comfortable chair but also borders on a work of art. 94% recyclable, the chair has a host of customization options and after 26 years, it is still the king of the mountain.

 

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Kindle Oasis 

A great way to read in luxury

Screen size: 7-inch | Screen type: Carta E Ink | Storage: 8GB/32GB | Resolution: 300ppi | Weight: 188g | Front light: Yes | Touchscreen: Yes | Wi-Fi: Yes | 4G: Yes | Battery life: up to six weeks

Writers love to read almost as much as they love writing but you know the problem with having so many books to read? They get heavy. A great option if you know a writer that is also a voracious reader is the Oasis e-reader from Amazon. Lighter than the previous version, the Oasis has an IPX8 waterproofing rating so it can handle an accidental drop in the bathtub or puddle while walking. An adjustable backlight allows the light to be changed from white to warmer yellow hues that can help reduce the strain on their eyes. The storage options come in either 8GB or 32GB, so picking the right one may depend on how much they read but if they enjoy reading at all, this is a great gift.

 

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On Writing by Stephen King

Learn from the Jedi Master of writing

Whether they are a Stephen King fan or not, any writer deserves this book as a gift as a masterclass in writing. While the book delves into how his will to write helped him recover from the near-fatal accident that happened in 1999, it is also Writing Class 101. King’s “no bullsh**” approach to writing weaves through the book and focuses more on readability and clarity than style points and grammar. While overall, it’s a story of recovery, any writer will be earmarking pages to go back to years from now.

 

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Best Christmas Gift Ideas for Writers Summary

Buying Christmas gifts for the writer in your life can be a tricky thing to figure out. Seeing more than just the basic gifts you find online and paying attention to what they could use will make the holidays all the better. We hope that our list of the Best Christmas Gifts for Writers in 2022 has given you some ideas for your gift list.

Do you have a great gift idea for a writer that you don’t see on our list? Let us know in the comments below!